As for how many you should be consuming to reap the benefits, “About a handful a day of nuts and seeds, including sunflower seeds, is recommended for heart health and for supporting a good cholesterol profile,” adds registered dietitian Abby Cannon, J.D., R.D. This benefit will only come with regular consumption of sunflower seeds, so again, it’s useful to make a point of adding a handful to your daily routine....
Does this sound familiar? Are you a self-proclaimed achievement junkie in need of a lengthy rehabilitation, preferably in a beach side facility stocked with mental health professionals? That was a almost two years ago, and in that time, I allowed myself to slow down and step back from over-achievement and goal orientation while I nurtured myself and explored my passions. My point is that while obsessing over finish lines, I forgot to enjoy the races, races that looked much more like marathons than the sprints I made them out to be....
Much like Tantra, partner/couples yoga deepens the practice by including your lover, friend or family member, in postures where breathing and moving together is key. And like AcroYoga, couples yoga involves one practitioner acting as the base, and the other the flier. These roles ideally, are interchangeable. Elysabeth Williamson, the developer of Principle-Based Partner Yoga, believes that partner yoga is an important part of feeling connected to not only our loved ones, but also people in general....
After all, our adult friendships are an invaluable part of our support system and overall well-being—research shows this1—and when we make time to intentionally do activities together, it brings us closer. As psychotherapist Annette Nuñez, Ph.D., LMFT, tells mbg, “It’s really important to keep social connections strong because your friends become your support system—in a sense, they’re the family that you choose.”
Years ago, I went on a first date with a man at a lovely romantic restaurant. He ordered red wine for us, and no more than five minutes afterward, he started yelling at the waiter, demanding that we be served our wine. It can be tempting to bolster these wounded personalities, to try to “fix” them. But self-acceptance starts within, and you will likely end up hurting yourself and slowing their progress toward personal growth if you go down that road....
Today, our understanding of bisexuality has evolved along with our understanding of sexual attraction and gender identity. As people are finally able to embrace a seemingly infinite number of identities and ways of being, we need language to expand to hold us, or at the very least give us something to hold on to. The word “bisexual” is a perfect example of this shift. According to Angélique “Angel” Gravely, M....
But then I realized the connection between your mental health and your skin’s appearance. I also realized my acne was nothing to be ashamed of, and with my mental shift, my confidence slowly came back. Now I’ve stood exactly where you are and wished someone would have told me the below. Here, how I changed the way I felt about my acne. Shine your light, regardless of your scars. There’s something to be said for moving with grace and confidence....
The first recorded use of the Aussie oil was in the 1920s, when it was revered as a germ fighter1. In fact, Australian soldiers were supposedly encouraged to keep the oil in their military kits during World War II as an antibiotic. It quickly spread to the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, and other European countries, and these days there are massive plantations across Western Australia, Queensland, and New South Wales growing the product on a large scale....
When we feel joy, we feel great about ourselves. We feel confident, powerful, capable, lovable and fulfilled. These are all good reasons to experience more joy in our life. Here are seven ways to do it.
And that’s where we are here to help: Here’s your all-inclusive guide to reversing dry, damaged hair with easy-to-do natural remedies you can do at home: Simply apply to the shaft of the hair and leave on for 20 to 30 minutes before shampooing and conditioning as usual. Remember: The most important step when using coconut oil is to thoroughly shampoo afterward. Even though the oil may seem lightweight, leaving it in the hair can cause greasy, weighed-down strands, which can turn into additional damage in the long run....
That said, it’s important to keep in mind that hip pain might actually be a sign of hip weakness, not tightness. How can you tell the difference? Take this tip from Pilates instructor Helen Phelan: “To test if you actually have tight hip flexors, lie down with your hips hanging off the edge of a bed and hug one knee into your chest. If you’re able to draw the top knee into your chest while the bottom leg remains flat to the bed, it’s not hip tightness that is causing tension and pain but weakness....
From what makes certain foods easier to digest to what you should actually be eating to smooth out the process, here’s everything you need to know about the best ingredients for healthy, easy digestion. “The fiber content1 of a food impacts how quickly it’s digested,” nutritionist Mackenzie Burgess, RDN, recipe developer at Cheerful Choices previously told mbg. “Foods higher in soluble fiber form a gel-like substance in the stomach, which slows down the digestive process....
And that’s true. But what happens next in life depends on what you do during this “care free” decade. So, what are the 9 things men and women in their 20s need to know and do? See your doctor once a year and discuss any potential problems. Now is the time to make lifestyle changes or add needed medication to your life in order to prevent serious disease. It’s also a great opportunity to develop a strong relationship with a healthcare provider, which is a great thing to have before you need it....
Make space for your friend or loved one to talk about their experience. Let them know “I’m here to listen,” or “I want to better understand what you’re going through right now,” and “I’m here for you despite what depression might be telling you.” By letting someone who is depressed know you have some idea of the magnitude of their pain, you can help them feel understood, supported, and validated....
If your answer to that last question is a resounding “no” or a less certain “maybe,” don’t stress! We rounded up an expert-approved (and seriously comprehensive) list of gut-friendly foods and supplements to kick-start your journey.* Screenshot or bookmark this list to make your life easier next time you head to the supermarket. When possible, registered dietitian and mbg Collective member Jess Cording, M.S., R.D., CDN, recommends filling half your plate with non-starchy vegetables....
It’s important to use red lentils, as opposed to another variety, as they cook quickly and thicken the soup nicely. The recipe only calls for ⅓ cup; don’t be tempted to add more or the soup will turn to sludge. For the cooked vegetables, feel free to use any quick-cooking, frozen, or leftover vegetables you have on hand. The recipe is extremely flexible and very hearty!
Kingsley Dennis, Ph.D., a sociologist and researcher, conducted research on holotropic developments in society and collaborated with me on the following overview. Here’s how spiritual, holotropic developments make their way into modern life—you could even say they’re hiding in plain sight. He is recipient of the highest degree in philosophy and human sciences from the Sorbonne, the University of Paris, as well as of the coveted Artist Diploma of the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Budapest....
And according to licensed clinical psychologist and author of The Sleep Prescription Aric Prather, Ph.D., exercising at the same time every day is one of the best ways to do that. “[Physical activity] has been shown to be effective in maintaining people’s circadian rhythms, [and] doing physical activity, ideally, around the same time each day, will train your rhythm [and] allow you to make it more predictable for your body,” Prather explains on an episode of the mindbodygreen podcast....
